He was born August 19, 1935 to Alberto and Vickie, who both passed away when he was a young child. He was predeceased by Arturo, Alberto, Raul, Anita Olpineda. He was proud to have served his country in the Army, National Guard and Reserves from 1952-1961. Ruben was married for 62 years to his sweetheart Rosa who he called Jefita. They have six children: Ruben (Debbie), Shirley (Manuel) Lopez, Martin, Vickie (Carlos) Salazar, Mike (Wayne), Frank (Jan). Grandchildren: Rachel, Emanuel (Corina), Mariah, Seth, Danielle (Jason) Madalazzo; Alex (Jessie). Great grandchildren: Emanuel Jr, Emilio, Eva, Chase, Reagan, Austin, Paul, and Jazlyn. He is also survived by his sister Alicia Campbell, 11 sister and brother in-laws and their spouses, and many nieces and nephews. Ruben was honored and proud for being accepted into his wife's family who treated him more as a brother than a brother-in-law. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and loyal friend to many. Rest in peace Dad, we love you and you will be missed every day of our lives. The family wishes to thank the Nursing staff at Casa de la Luz Hospice for their care and support, the VA Hospital staff, and a very special thanks to our niece Brenda for her help in caring for our dad in his final weeks.
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